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A&W Restaurants Names New VP of Franchise Development and Design

by Katie Lee

Lexington, Ky. — A&W Restaurants has named Meredeth Jones as vice president of franchise development and design. Bringing more than15 years of experience in franchising, Jones will play a key role in advancing the growth and expansion of the 105-year-old brand. “When growing our A&W family, we look for people who love and know our brand, are passionate about franchising and dedicated to supporting our franchisees’ success, and for us, that person is Meredeth,” says Kevin Bazner, CEO of A&W Restaurants. “As the food-service industry continues to evolve, entrepreneurial opportunities …

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LILYSILK Opens First-Ever Concept Shop in New York City

by Katie Lee

New York City — Following 15 years of tremendous growth, LILYSILK, the world’s leading silk brand, has opened its highly-anticipated store location in the Meatpacking District in New York City. The doors are now open to the public at 654 Hudson St. LILYSILK’s new store location gives its dedicated consumers a way to experience the brand in real life. Matching the brand’s clean aesthetic, this stunning new location has an elevated, clean interior with green and white accents and serves as a community hub for fans of the brand to …

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IT’SUGAR Revamps & Relocates Store at Woodfield Mall Near Chicago

by Katie Lee

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — IT’SUGAR, one of the largest specialty candy retailers in the U.S., has relocated its current location in the Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, Ill., to an upgraded 5,600-square-foot storefront — nearly double the size of the previous location. The Woodfield Mall location is the fifth IT’SUGAR store in the Chicago market. “IT’SUGAR is more than a candy store,” says Jonathan Schwartz, vice president real estate of IT’SUGAR. “We deliver a candy experience unlike any other, bringing your favorite brands to life with bright colors, hilariously entertaining displays …

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Canada-based CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market to Open First U.S. Location

by Katie Lee

Vancouver, B.C. — CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market plans to open its first U.S. location at Preston Center in Dallas in early 2026. This marks the company’s highly anticipated entry into the American market, building on its success across Canada. The flagship U.S. location will feature more than 100 beers on tap — including local Texas brews — along with cocktails, wine and a globally inspired menu of scratch-made dishes. In 2019, PJ L’Heureux, founder of CRAFT, partnered with Tom Gaglardi, owner of the Dallas Stars and the highly successful …

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Walmart Unveils New 350-Acre Campus in Bentonville, Arkansas

by Katie Lee

Bentonville, Ark. — On Jan. 17, Walmart unveiled its New Home Office campus in Northwest Arkansas, a 350-acre sustainably designed workplace that establishes a new standard for corporate headquarters, one that prioritizes worker well-being, environmental stewardship and public accessibility. The state-of-the art campus represents a multibillion-dollar investment in associate experience environmental leadership and community development, featuring mass timber construction, smart building technology, offices designed to be powered by renewable energy and seamless integration with Downtown Bentonville. The phased opening approach will continue throughout 2025, with the inaugural celebration marking the …

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Apex Imaging Services Builds on World Class Team, Hires Bureau Veritas Executive

by Katie Lee

Pomona, Calif. — Apex Imaging Services welcomes former Target and Bureau Veritas executive Blake Brosa to its leadership team. He joins Apex with nearly 20 years of AEC management and business development leadership experience. Previously, Brosa spent 6 years with Target Corporation in various property development roles and the last decade with Bureau Veritas, where he oversaw sales, marketing, strategy and client experience. “Retailers are seeking single-source solutions and partners that can truly deliver at scale,” says Brosa. “I was immediately impressed by Apex’s differentiated self-perform capabilities, investment in its …

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Sensei Debuts World’s Largest Autonomous Supermarket

by Katie Lee

New York City — Sensei, a global leader in autonomous retail technology, recently debuted its groundbreaking autonomous supermarket at NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show, which took place in New York City from Jan. 12-14. Sensei introduces real-time basket technology and an autonomous experience with assisted sales — transforming customer convenience and operational efficiency. “Sensei’s technology goes beyond eliminating checkout lines — it enhances the entire shopping journey while providing retailers with invaluable real-time data to optimize their operations,” says Vasco Portugal, CEO and co-founder of Sensei. “We’re excited to bring …

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Just Salad Opens First-Ever Drive-Thru Location

by Katie Lee

New York City — Just Salad has opened its first-ever drive-thru location, marking a major milestone in the brand’s mission to bring healthy food options to more communities. Located in Livingston, N.J., in The Shoppes at the Livingston Circle, this store is the first of multiple Just Salad drive-thru locations expected to open throughout 2025. “This new location reflects our belief that fast food can be redefined — it can be fresh, it can be sustainable, and it can still be convenient,” says Nick Kenner, founder and CEO at Just …

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Firehouse Subs to Debut in Brazil With 500+ Locations Over Next 10 Years

by Katie Lee

Toronto — Firehouse Subs® plans to debut in Brazil with ambitious growth plans, building on its international expansion. The brand plans to open more than 500 restaurants in 10 years across the country. The first restaurant is expected to launch in 2025 and will mark Firehouse Subs’ debut in South America. The expansion into Brazil is part of a joint venture supported by parent company Restaurant Brands International (RBI), one of the world’s largest QSR companies, in partnership with Iuri Miranda, former CEO and board member of Zamp S.A., master …

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URBAN REVIVO Unveils Global Expansion Plans for 2025

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Guangzhou, China — At the dawn of a new year, fast-fashion brand URBAN REVIVO (UR) is celebrating significant milestones in its international market expansion throughout 2024 and unveiling ambitious plans for further global outreach in 2025. Building on a successful entry into Southeast Asian markets, URBAN REVIVO now sets its sights on major fashion capitals worldwide. In a pivotal year, URBAN REVIVO opened nine new stores across key Southeast Asian markets including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines. This expansion brings the total number of the brand’s stores in …

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